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Format:

Book

Author:

Goff, David R.

Title:

Fiber optic reference guide : a practical guide to the technology / by David R. Goff ; edited by Kimberly S. Hansen.

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publisher, Date:

Description:

vi, 224 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

Summary:

"Fiber optics play a key role in telecommunications, as well as broadcast cable systems. Engineers working with fiber optics as well as newcomers to the industry will find this comprehensive, practical guide extremely useful. It will help the reader develop a solid understanding of the underlying principles of the technology as well as essential practical applications. It is presented clearly and with a minimum of jargon, and the text is thoroughly illustrated and indexed."--Jacket.

Subjects:

Fiber optics.

Optical communications.

Other Author:

Hansen, Kimberly S.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents:

A History of Fiber Optic Technology -- Fiber Optic Fundamentals -- Optical Fiber -- Fiber Optic Cables -- Light Emitters -- Light Detectors -- Other Active Devices -- Interconnection Devices -- Other Passive Devices -- System Design Considerations -- Fiber Optic Applications -- Video Over Fiber -- Data Over Fiber -- Testing & Measurement Techniques -- Future Trends -- Fiber Optic Symbols -- Industrial, Bellcore & ITU Standards -- Societies, Conference Sponsors & Trade Magazines.

Web Site:

Table of contents

Publisher description

LCCN:

99201520

ISBN:

0240803604

9780240803609

Other Number:

41324820

System Availability:

1

Current Holds:

0

# Local items:

1

Control Number:

83497

# Local items in:

1

# System items in:

1

Call Number:

621.3692 Goff